Article Images / White light

The open-plan space includes two living areas. The dining table was handmade from Singaporean hardwood.

Article Images / In the frame

As well as providing a large work surface, the island doubles as a casual dining area. One appliance garage hides the mi...

Article Images / Moving with the times

The cabinetry on the right incorporates an integrated refrigerator and pull-out pantry.

Article Images / A piece of flotsam

Colours of the coast inspired the interior palette of khaki and slate grey and the use of natural, hardy fabrics.

Article Images / Catering for two or 20

Fisher & Paykel's new Designer Series appliances helped determine the design of this kitchen. The flush lines and sleek,...

Article Images / Tall order

Historic elements have been preserved, retaining the character of the original brickworks. Brick has also been incorpora...

Article Images / Dining in

Because the apartment is so compact, the kitchen and dining functions are combined. The large marble dining table in the...

Article Images / Light house

The kitchen features CaesarStone benchtops, and red ironbark veneer and polyurethaned cabinetry, which includes a 3m-lo...

Article Images / Style counsel

Off-white cabinetry lightens the monochromatic aesthetic of this kitchen by Simply Kitchens. Appliances are positioned f...

Article Images / Designed for life

Easy-to-clean stainless steel conceals a raft of features in the Electrolux side-by-side ESM6477SA refrigerator and the...

Article Images / Place in history

The new wing, on the right, was designed to fit in with the character of the old house and features similar materials. T...

Article Images / To the manor born

Oversized furniture pieces have been sourced or commissioned, to ensure the rooms do not feel under-furnished.

Article Images / The long view

Curvaceous island bar stools provides a visual contrast to the rectilinear design of this kitchen.

Article Images / The long view

Three white glass panels above the cooktop slide across to reveal condiments and spices.

Article Images / Complementary outlooks

Sandra Banks designs kitchens using a diverse range of materials and layouts. Kitchens on Thorndon manufactures these de...

Article Images / Gone fishing

The house is furnished in warm neutral tones, with off-white curtains and blinds that won't look faded over time.

Article Images / Even flow

The open floor plan on the first level uses furniture groupings to designate living spaces.

Article Images / Even flow

Galley-like, the open kitchen was manufactured by Bulthaup.

Article Images / Even flow

The circular staircase rises into an open study with wet bar.

Article Images / Even flow

The circular staircase rises into an open study with wet bar.

Article Images / Even flow

A carpeted corridor links the study to the master bedroom. Sliding doors on the left and right open into a walk-in close...